Lateral lunges

Here are the instructions on how to do lateral lunges:

1. Stand with your feet hip-width apart and your hands on your hips.
2. Take a large step to the right with your right foot, keeping your left foot in place.
3. Shift your weight to your right foot and lower your body by bending your right knee, while keeping your left leg straight.
4. Keep your chest lifted and your core engaged throughout the movement.
5. Push through your right foot to return to the starting position.
6. Repeat the movement, stepping to the left with your left foot and bending your left knee while keeping your right leg straight.
7. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Note: It’s important to keep your knee aligned with your toes and not let it extend past your toes during the lunge to prevent injury.

Here are some tips for doing lateral lunges:

• Warm up before doing lateral lunges to prepare your muscles and joints for the movement.
• Start with a small range of motion and gradually increase it as you become more comfortable with the exercise.
• Keep your chest lifted and your core engaged to maintain proper form throughout the movement.
• Keep your knees aligned with your toes and do not let them extend past your toes to prevent injury.
• Focus on pushing through your heel as you return to the starting position to engage your glutes and hamstrings.
• If you have limited mobility, you can shorten the range of motion or place your hands on a support, such as a chair, for balance.
• Breathe in as you step to the side and exhale as you lower your body.
• If you want to add intensity to the exercise, you can hold a weight, such as a dumbbell or kettlebell, in front of your chest.

 Here are some benefits of doing lateral lunges:

• Strengthening leg muscles: Lateral lunges work the muscles in the legs, particularly the glutes, quads, and hamstrings, which can lead to improved strength and muscle tone.
• Improved balance and stability: Lateral lunges require you to balance on one leg while bending the other, which can improve your overall balance and stability.
• Increased hip mobility: Lateral lunges can help increase hip mobility, which is important for everyday movements such as walking, running, and squatting.
• Reduced risk of injury: Lateral lunges can help improve your flexibility, which can reduce the risk of injury during physical activity.
• Improved athletic performance: Lateral lunges can improve your athletic performance in sports that require lateral movements, such as basketball, tennis, and soccer.
• Burning calories: Lateral lunges are a great cardiovascular exercise that can help burn calories and improve your overall fitness level.
• Can be done anywhere: Lateral lunges can be done at home, at the gym, or even outside, making them a convenient exercise for people with busy schedules.